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singalana's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I must confess I didn't have a clear understanding of the story as I've never watched any films or read the story before. Therefore, it took me by surprise.
Frankenstein was originally published in 1818. Unless I'm mistaken, it's one of the first science fiction stories ever written. Of course it's also a gothic horror novel, and possibly the best known work of its author.
Frankenstein tells the story of a young scientist, Victor Frankenstein, who creates a monstrous being and brings it to life. After this, his life becomes a nightmare.
Frankenstein and his creation contrast each other on a thought-provoking way, and I found my sympathies to be with the monster. For a modern reader, the story lagged a bit in places but I decided not to deduct any stars because of it. The book is full of interesting themes and symbolism, no wonder this is a classic.
This edition: I liked the colourful audiobook cover and I found the narrator (Jonathan Keeble) to fit the work very well.
Content Warnings
Minor: Abortion, Murder, Alcohol, Blood, Child death, Death, Death of parent, Body shaming, Grief, Stalking, Torture, Violence, Toxic relationship, and Suicidal thoughts
amissabellator's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Body shaming, Death, Body horror, Bullying, Grief, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Addiction, Classism, Confinement, Misogyny, Colonisation, Gun violence, Hate crime, Incest, Racism, and Sexism
Minor: Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Animal death, Forced institutionalization, Death of parent, and Homophobia
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